NEW DELHI, August 10 — The Ministry of Home Affairs notified 22 new entry ports across the country as designated entry points for international tourists holding Indian e-visas.
The new list includes 11 seaports, nine land border checkpoints, and two regional airports. This expansion brings the total number of designated e-visa entry ports in India to 88, aiming to improve border logistics, support regional tourism, and facilitate trade access in border areas.
Tourism department officials welcomed the expansion, stating it will help distribute international tourist arrivals across more states.
Foreign trade policy, border management, and tourism infrastructure are regular current affairs topics. Candidates should note that the e-visa scheme is managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs in coordination with the Ministry of Tourism.